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This is an opportunity for a new team member to join our thriving Asset Based Lending team. You can expect to handle a wide range of responsibilities to assist the fee earners in the team, including but not limited to:
Dealing with onboarding of clients and opening files
Drafting security documents
Supporting on wider refinancing or acquisition transactions
Dealing with security registrations and removal research.
Post-completion administration.
Any other duties as required.
Supervision of Junior Paralegals.
The firm acts for a vast number of lenders and financial businesses so a keen interest in commercial work will be required.
Candidates with appropriate, relevant experience will be considered.
The Requirements
The ideal candidate will have some (if not all) of the following characteristics and skills:
Previous experience in a transactional discipline;
Excellent organisational and time management skills;
Be able to multi task and prioritise your workload;
Excellent attention to detail; and
Level headed with the ability to demonstrate initiative.
The ability to quickly and efficiently pick up new skills.
Benefits of Working with Us:
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
A referral bonus
Health cash plan – Paycare (eligible after successful completion of probation)
Pension plan (with the option of salary sacrifice)